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12 Independent Living Facilities near Panama City, FL
If you’re looking for independent living in the Panama City area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Panama City. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.
Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 12 independent living facilities in Panama City, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Bid-A-Wee, Florida Beach and Old Callaway.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Panama City Beach, Mexico Beach and Lynn Haven.
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9.8
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30 reviews
The staff at Brookdale was very kind and took care of our grandmother until the end. During her time there she enjoyed the meals and friends she did make. The nurses were very helpful. We always felt like...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Find Your Perfect Senior Living LifestyleRemember that retirement lifestyle you used to dream about? It’s not too late to find it, and we have just the place to do it. At our premier assisted living community, seniors trade cares and stress that comes from homeownership for a relaxed lifestyle...
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8.8
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19 reviews
place is spacious and open compared to others but still a shock when you have to downsize. food staff, activities, housekeeping and all is adequate considering the amount of people and the care they...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Charter Senior Living of Panama City Beach is an independent, assisted living and memory care community. Whether it is the independent living villas; the roomy assisted living apartments; or the specialized Legacy memory care neighborhood, Charter Senior Living of Panama City Beach provides a...
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7.0
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1 review
We are very happy with Summer’s Landing! The staff are helpful, understanding and caring. They take a personal interest in their residents and family members. They have already improved by having medical...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Cost of independent living in Panama City, FL
The average cost of senior living in Panama City is $3,939 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Caryville, FL with an average of $3,067 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Panama City, FL vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Panama City, FL vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Panama City vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Panama City, FL by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Panama City
Recent reviews for independent living in Panama City
Brookdale Panama City
5.0
Everyone here is real nice. From the staff, to the residents and even to their families. We all take care of each other. We all became family. We like to have fun and do things together. I recommend it.
Seagrass Village Panama City Beach - Independent Living
4.4
The staff and residents are very friendly and welcoming. The apartments are spacious with kitchen appliances (no dishwasher). Washer and dryer in apartment. Dining times are close together, but no cooking unless you choose. Snacks, coffee, tea around the clock. Lots of activities to choose ...
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Superior Residences of Panama City Beach
4.5
What has made it such a great experience so far is the friendliness of the staff and the abundance of different activities and entertainment they have. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend the Superior Residences of Panama City Beach community.
Panama City independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Panama City independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Panama City, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select dietary accommodations in Panama City independent living
Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Panama City partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Panama City, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25%
18.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.5%
30.9%
No sugar
No sugar
37.5%
28.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
12.5%
30.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Panama City independent living
Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Panama City communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Panama City, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
12.5%
33%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37.5%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
12.5%
33.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Panama City independent living
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Panama City offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Panama City, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
25%
42%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
25.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.5%
30%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
25%
46.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
25%
46.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
37.5%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25%
39.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
12.5%
33.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.5%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37.5%
43.9%
Live performances
Live performances
25%
43.7%
Dances
Dances
25%
28.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37.5%
43.5%
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Research services for seniors in Panama City, Florida
In Panama City, FL, seniors have access to local offices and organizations that may help them obtain financial assistance for senior care, including:
Panama City is a car-dependent city which means seniors may require a personal vehicle to complete errands. Transit options in Panama City include The Bay Town Trolley which provides public bus transportation.
Panama City offers several health care providers for seniors wanting to be proactive about their health or for seniors seeking treatment for chronic conditions. The area has several hospitals, including Ascension Sacred Heart Bay, Emerald Coast Behavioral Hospital, and Gulf Coast Regional Medical Center.
Panama City is a vibrant beach town known for its pristine waters and white sandy beaches. Residents can enjoy a plethora of outdoor activities, including swimming, boating, fishing, and even scuba diving. The city also has excellent shopping and dining options as well as several senior centers. Popular spots in the city include St. Andrews State Park, ZooWorld Zoological Park, and WonderWorks Panama City Beach.
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Brookdale Panama City, Seagrass Village Panama City Beach - Independent Living and Superior Residences of Panama City Beach are the top rated independent living facilities near Panama City, Florida. See full list of communities.
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